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FATF ¦ R.1 As­sess­ing Risks and Ap­ply­ing a Risk-Based Ap­proach

Rec­om­men­da­tion 1: Put­ting Risk at the Cen­ter of AML/CFT and Pro­lif­er­at­ion Fi­nan­cing Con­trols

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FATF ¦ R.2 Na­ti­o­nal Co­o­pe­ra­tion and Co­or­di­na­tion

Rec­om­men­da­tion 2: Strength­en­ing Na­ti­o­nal Co­o­pe­ra­tion and Co­or­di­na­tion in AML/CFT/CPF

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FATF ¦ R.3 Mon­ey Laun­der­ing Of­fence

Rec­om­men­da­tion 3: Crim­i­nal­is­ing Mon­ey Laun­der­ing for Mod­ern Fi­nan­cial Crime Con­trol

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FATF ¦ R.4 Con­fis­ca­tion and Pro­vi­sio­nal Mea­su­res

Rec­om­men­da­tion 4: Strength­en­ing As­set Re­co­ve­ry to De­ter Fi­nan­cial Crime

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FATF ¦ R.5 Ter­ro­rist Fi­nan­cing Of­fen­ce

Rec­om­men­da­tion 5: Buil­ding Strong Le­gal Foun­da­tions to Com­bat Ter­ro­rist Fi­nan­cing

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FATF ¦ R.6 Tar­get­ed Fi­nan­cial Sanc­tions re­lat­ed to Ter­ror­ism and Ter­ror­ist Fi­nan­cing

Rec­om­men­da­tion 6: From De­sig­na­tion to Com­mu­ni­ca­tion, Make Every Sec­ond Count a­gainst Ter­ror Fi­nan­cing

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FATF ¦ R.7 Tar­get­ed Fi­nan­cial Sanc­tions re­lat­ed to Pro­lif­er­a­tion

Rec­om­men­da­tion 7: Tar­get­ed Fi­nan­cial Sanc­tions to Coun­ter WMD Pro­lif­er­a­tion

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FATF ¦ R.8 Non-Prof­it Or­ga­ni­sa­tions

Rec­om­men­da­tion 8: Pro­tect­ing Non-Prof­it Or­ga­ni­sa­tions from Ter­ror­ist Fi­nan­cing A­buse

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FATF ¦ R.9 Fi­nan­cial In­sti­tu­tion Se­cre­cy Laws

Rec­om­men­da­tion 9: En­sur­ing Se­cre­cy Laws Don’t Shield Fi­nan­cial Crime

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FATF ¦ R.10 Cus­to­mer Due Dil­i­gence

Rec­om­men­da­tion 10: Get­ting Cus­to­mer Due Dil­i­gence Right

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FATF ¦ R.11 Re­cord-Keep­ing

Rec­om­men­da­tion 11: The Back­bone of Ef­fec­tive Fi­nan­cial Crime Com­pli­ance

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FATF ¦ R.12 Po­lit­i­cal­ly Ex­posed Per­sons

Rec­om­men­da­tion 12: Man­ag­ing Po­lit­i­cal­ly Ex­posed Per­sons in Fi­nan­cial In­sti­tu­tions

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Welcome to FinancialCrime.lu

Welcome to FinancialCrime.lu, where we unite to combat financial misconduct and promote integrity in the financial world.

Our mission is to provide a platform for professionals, experts, and individuals passionate about preventing and addressing financial crime.

We aim to:

  • Educate and Inform: Share knowledge on the latest trends, techniques, and tools used to fight financial crime.
  • Collaborate and Connect: Bring together a diverse network of professionals dedicated to safeguarding financial systems.
  • Advocate for Integrity: Promote ethical practices and transparency across all sectors.

Be part of a community that values integrity and is committed to making a difference. Together, we can create a safer financial environment for everyone.
Business

Business

At FinancialCrime.lu, we delve into the intricate relationship between business practices and financial crime through...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 27 Oct 2024
Compliance

Compliance

Compliance serves as an indispensable tool in the fight against financial crime, and at FinancialCrime.lu,...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 27 Oct 2024
Technology

Technology

Technology plays a crucial role in both the perpetration and prevention of financial crime. At...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 27 Oct 2024

Podcasts and Webcasts

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Welcome!

Welcome!

Welcome to the Financial Crime Community! We are thrilled to welcome you to our global...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 28 Oct 2024

Videos and Audio

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FATF Report ¦ Complex Proliferation Financing and Sanctions Evasion Schemes

FATF Report ¦ Complex Proliferation Financing and Sanctions Evasion Schemes

FATF Report highlights major gaps in global response to Proliferation Financing and Sanctions Evasion A...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 20 Jun 2025
MoJ ¦ 2025 National Risk Assessment Money Laundering

MoJ ¦ 2025 National Risk Assessment Money Laundering

Luxembourg updates its national money laundering risk assessment Luxembourg has completed its 2025 National Risk...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 27 May 2025
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Articles

Take a look at our Articles to find out more. Explore guidelines, reports, and commentaries that translate complex topics into clear takeaways. New pieces are added regularly, with references and links for further reading.
CoE ¦ MONEYVAL Annual Report 2024

CoE ¦ MONEYVAL Annual Report 2024

MONEYVAL’s 2024 Year in Review: From the close of the 5th round to the launch...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 06 Nov 2025
EBA ¦ Draft RTS on Customer Due Diligence under Article 28(1) of Regulation (EU) 2024/1624

EBA ¦ Draft RTS on Customer Due Diligence under Article 28(1) of Regulation (EU) 2024/1624

Draft RTS on Customer Due Diligence: What AML Practitioners Need to Know The draft Regulatory...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 30 Oct 2025
EBA ¦ EBA Response to the European Commission's Call for Advice on six AMLA Mandates

EBA ¦ EBA Response to the European Commission's Call for Advice on six AMLA Mandates

EBA’s advice lays groundwork for a harmonised, risk-based EU AML/CFT regime and a smooth launch...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 30 Oct 2025
FATF ¦ Outcomes FATF Plenary, 22-24 October 2025

FATF ¦ Outcomes FATF Plenary, 22-24 October 2025

FATF Plenary Sets New Pace on Asset Recovery and AI Risks, Removes Four African Countries...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 24 Oct 2025
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Research

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Federated Data Governance for AML using Data Warehousing and AI

Federated Data Governance for AML using Data Warehousing and AI

Federated Data Governance: A Practical Path to Better Cross‑Institution AML with Data Warehousing and AI...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 18 Sep 2025
AMLNet: A Knowledge-Based Multi-Agent Framework

AMLNet: A Knowledge-Based Multi-Agent Framework

AMLNet: a knowledge-based multi-agent framework to generate and detect realistic money laundering transactions Introduction: why...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 15 Sep 2025
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Rulings and Fines

Visit our Rulings and Fines page to explore case law and measures. Review summaries with key facts, legal bases, and outcomes for each decision.
CJEU (AG) ¦ Compliance with the Right to the Protection of Personal Data Does Not Require Prior Authorisation by a Judicial Authority

CJEU (AG) ¦ Compliance with the Right to the Protection of Personal Data Does Not Require Prior Authorisation by a Judicial Authority

Advocate General Says Competition Authorities May Seize Business Emails Without Prior Judicial Authorisation — But...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 23 Oct 2025
Ruling [LUX] ¦ From Luxembourg to Spain: Tracing the Path of a €61 Million Fraudulent Money Flow

Ruling [LUX] ¦ From Luxembourg to Spain: Tracing the Path of a €61 Million Fraudulent Money Flow

Major Fraud and Money Laundering Case Unveiled in Luxembourg Involving Over €61 Million Introduction: A...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 15 Jul 2025
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Talks

Browse our Talks page to gain valuable insights from other experts. Watch keynote sessions, panel discussions, and Q&As with practitioners across industries.
GI-TOC ¦ The Launch of the Global Organized Crime Index 2025

GI-TOC ¦ The Launch of the Global Organized Crime Index 2025

Global Organized Crime Index 2025: A Crossroads — Criminality Rising While Resilience Erodes The Global...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 10 Nov 2025
Basel Institute on Governance ¦ The Future of Financial Crime Investigations involving Cryptoassets

Basel Institute on Governance ¦ The Future of Financial Crime Investigations involving Cryptoassets

A moving target that demands new responses Financial crime in the crypto ecosystem continues to...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 31 Oct 2025
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Templates

We provide Templates that can give you a valuable head start — from customizable checklists and policy drafts to ready‑to‑use forms and workflows, helping you save time and ensure consistent, high‑quality results.
Luxembourg Investment Fund ¦ Prospectus ¦ suggested wording for a “Financial Crime Risk Notice”

Luxembourg Investment Fund ¦ Prospectus ¦ suggested wording for a “Financial Crime Risk Notice”

Anyone investing in an investment fund expects clear information about opportunities and risks. In addition...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 11 Jul 2025
AML/CFT/CPF Risk Appetite Statement for “Luxembourg Investment Fund (Manager)”

AML/CFT/CPF Risk Appetite Statement for “Luxembourg Investment Fund (Manager)”

This AML/CFT/CPF Risk Appetite Statement template can be used to define an entity’s tolerance for...

By Bastian Schwind-Wagner, on 09 Jul 2025
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